https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ngExplosive celebrity buzz with fast social pull.en-usSat, 01 Aug 2026 00:19:52 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/go-4-it-silver-sneakers-fun-at-ymca.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/go-4-it-silver-sneakers-fun-at-ymca.htmlIn this edition of Go 4 It Jay Kidwell took a Silver Sneakers class at the Davenport West YMCA....Sat, 01 Aug 2026 03:44:44 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/biden-honors-soldiers-killed-in-jordan-drone-attack.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/biden-honors-soldiers-killed-in-jordan-drone-attack.htmlAt Dover Air Force Base, Friday, President Joe Biden received the remains of three soldiers, 46-year-old Sgt. William Jerome Rivers, 24-year-old Sgt. Kennedy Sanders and 23-year-old Sgt. Breonna Mo…...Sat, 01 Aug 2026 03:12:45 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/figge-director-to-return-home-for-new-job.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/figge-director-to-return-home-for-new-job.htmlA native of Michigan, Figge Art Museum executive director Michelle Hargrave will return to her home state next month to become new head of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. A graduate of Brighton Hi…...Sat, 01 Aug 2026 02:50:31 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/shaquille-o-neal-s-no-32-jersey-is-the-first-to-be-retired-by-the-orla.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/shaquille-o-neal-s-no-32-jersey-is-the-first-to-be-retired-by-the-orla.htmlORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Shaquille O’Neal was Orlando’s first in lots of ways. First No. 1 overall draft pick. First player to make an All-Star team in a Magic uniform. First rookie of the …...Sat, 01 Aug 2026 02:28:47 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/xcel-energy-acknowledges-apparent-role-in-igniting-largest-ever-texas-.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/xcel-energy-acknowledges-apparent-role-in-igniting-largest-ever-texas-.htmlThe utility provider Xcel Energy said Thursday that its facilities appeared have played a role in igniting a massive wildfire in the Texas Panhandle that grew to the largest blaze in state history.…...Sat, 01 Aug 2026 02:25:16 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/rossow-s-rants-predictions-in-july-okay-let-s-do-four-on-the-big-ten-w.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/rossow-s-rants-predictions-in-july-okay-let-s-do-four-on-the-big-ten-w.htmlBig Ten Football Media Day has come and gone, and preseason camp begins in less than two weeks. You know you want some Big Ten West predictions until the pads start poppin’. Let’s roll&…...Sat, 01 Aug 2026 02:24:23 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/missouri-baptist-spartans-sting-st-ambrose-fighting-bees-92-82.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/missouri-baptist-spartans-sting-st-ambrose-fighting-bees-92-82.htmlSt. Ambrose University took on Missouri Baptist University in men’s basketball action. In the end, the Spartans stung the Fighting Bees 92-82....Sat, 01 Aug 2026 02:15:00 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/no-pants-subway-ride-canceled-for-second-consecutive-year.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/no-pants-subway-ride-canceled-for-second-consecutive-year.htmlKeep your bottoms on. The No Pants Subway Ride has been canceled for a second consecutive year, organizers said Wednesday....Sat, 01 Aug 2026 02:06:39 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/destination-illinois-celebration-belle-river-cruises.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/destination-illinois-celebration-belle-river-cruises.htmlThirty-four years ago, a Quad Cities family business, named Celebration River Cruises, was born. Over the last three decades, the business has become a premiere destination in Illinois....Sat, 01 Aug 2026 01:36:15 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/wold-could-face-dui-speeding-charges-after-bettendorf-incident.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/wold-could-face-dui-speeding-charges-after-bettendorf-incident.htmlAndrew Wold, 41, of Bettendorf, could face misdemeanor charges of OWI – first offense and speeding, according to Scott County Jail documents. Andrew Wold (Scott County Jail) Wold was booked i…...Sat, 01 Aug 2026 01:27:35 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/eclectic-offerings-come-to-village.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/eclectic-offerings-come-to-village.htmlThe Village Theatre continues its quirky tradition of eclectic offerings this weekend. Taboo Burlesque returns to the Village Theatre stage this Friday and Saturday nights. The local company Taboo …...Sat, 01 Aug 2026 01:11:43 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/what-s-the-newest-city-in-the-us-it-depends-what-you-mean.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/what-s-the-newest-city-in-the-us-it-depends-what-you-mean.htmlAs old as our country is, new cities are still forming nationwide. But what’s the newest?...Sat, 01 Aug 2026 01:03:16 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/scott-county-attorney-rules-davenport-police-officer-was-justified-in-.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/scott-county-attorney-rules-davenport-police-officer-was-justified-in-.htmlThe Scott County’s Attorney’s Office announced Thursday that a Davenport Police officer’s decision to use deadly force against a man in Davenport back in October was “justified and reasonable under…...Sat, 01 Aug 2026 01:00:37 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/why-are-so-many-parts-of-us-weirdly-warm.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/why-are-so-many-parts-of-us-weirdly-warm.htmlA powerful winter storm was dumping deep snow in parts of the West on Monday and much of the central U.S. was unseasonably warm....Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:40:42 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/death-at-thomson-prison-under-investigation.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/death-at-thomson-prison-under-investigation.htmlAn inmate death at the Thomson federal penitentiary puts the facility under scrutiny again. The inmate died last week. But prison officials didn’t go public with the information quickly. Empl…...Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:11:23 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/new-bottle-and-can-redemption-center-in-ames.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/new-bottle-and-can-redemption-center-in-ames.htmlAMES, Iowa — It has been years since people in Ames and Story County had a place to drop off cans and bottles, but now Ames Bottle and Can will fill that void. The business sits at 5820 Linco…...Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:01:53 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/augustana-baseball-wins-cciw-tournament.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/augustana-baseball-wins-cciw-tournament.htmlFor the second straight year, Augustana baseball wins the CCIW Tournament. The Vikings won the second game over Illinois Wesleyan, 6-5 in 10 innings, to bring home the title....Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:20 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/man-charged-in-20-plus-calls-of-false-threats-in-us-canada-pleads-guil.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/man-charged-in-20-plus-calls-of-false-threats-in-us-canada-pleads-guil.htmlTACOMA, Wash. (AP) — A Washington state man who made over 20 “swatting” calls around the country and in Canada, prompting emergency responses to his fake bombing, shooting and other threatening rep…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 23:45:41 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/a-beheading-video-was-on-youtube-for-hours-raising-questions-about-why.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/a-beheading-video-was-on-youtube-for-hours-raising-questions-about-why.htmlNEW YORK (AP) — A graphic video from a Pennsylvania man accused of beheading his father that circulated for hours on YouTube has put a spotlight yet again on gaps in social media companies’ a…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 22:57:07 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/bettendorf-announces-qc-marathon-street-closures.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/bettendorf-announces-qc-marathon-street-closures.htmlThe 25th annual Quad Cities Marathon takes place this weekend and drivers will need to pay attention to road closures that will affect streets along the route in Bettendorf. The marathon starts at …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 22:33:21 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/omar-marries-political-consultant-months-after-affair-claim.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/omar-marries-political-consultant-months-after-affair-claim.htmlMINNEAPOLIS (AP) — U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota has married a political consultant who worked for her, months after the two were accused of having an affair, which she denied. A marriage licen…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 22:31:17 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/bet-awards-show-honors-busta-rhymes-hip-hop-s-50-years-and-pays-tribut.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/bet-awards-show-honors-busta-rhymes-hip-hop-s-50-years-and-pays-tribut.htmlLOS ANGELES (AP) — The 2023 BET Awards celebrated 50 years of hip-hop with tributes to the genre’s earliest voices, late legends, and new talent during a show packed with spectacular performances t…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 22:25:01 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/the-missouri-governor-shortens-the-dwi-prison-sentence-of-former-chief.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/the-missouri-governor-shortens-the-dwi-prison-sentence-of-former-chief.htmlJEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri Gov. Mike Parson on Friday shortened the prison sentence of former Kansas City Chiefs assistant coach Britt Reid for a drunken driving crash that seriously injur…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 22:22:56 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/qc-pizza-parlors-prepare-for-hawkeye-football.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/qc-pizza-parlors-prepare-for-hawkeye-football.htmlGame day means good food! With just one day until the B1G Ten championship, local restaurants have big plans to feed Hawkeye fans this Saturday. Local pizza parlors are preparing for the highly ant…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 22:17:11 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/our-ancient-animal-ancestors-had-tails-why-don-t-we.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/our-ancient-animal-ancestors-had-tails-why-don-t-we.htmlWASHINGTON (AP) — Our very ancient animal ancestors had tails. Why don’t we? Somewhere around 20 million or 25 million years ago, when apes diverged from monkeys, our branch of the tree of li…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:33:19 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/project-now-opens-utility-assistance-program-soon.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/project-now-opens-utility-assistance-program-soon.htmlProject NOW will soon be taking applications for their utility assistance program, the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Project NOW serves people in Rock Island, Henry and Mercer…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:04:55 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/rock-island-s-madison-keys-upsets-former-champ-in-1st-round-of-austral.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/rock-island-s-madison-keys-upsets-former-champ-in-1st-round-of-austral.htmlRock Island native Madison Keys advanced to the second round of the 2022 Australian Open with a win over 2020 champion and world ranked-No. 11 Sofia Kenin in straight sets. Keys took the first set …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:56:36 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/former-ohio-rep-dennis-kucinich-running-for-a-house-seat-again-this-ti.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/former-ohio-rep-dennis-kucinich-running-for-a-house-seat-again-this-ti.htmlINDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) — Former Ohio Congressman and two-time Democratic presidential candidate Dennis Kucinich said Wednesday that he’s running for Congress again, this time as an independe…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:38:26 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/matt-ustaski-leads-the-way-in-storm-win-to-split-with-first-place-faye.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/matt-ustaski-leads-the-way-in-storm-win-to-split-with-first-place-faye.htmlThe Storm got 5 goals from Matt Ustaski in 2 games against the first place Fayetteville Marksmen as the Storm picked up 2 points in a 3-2 overtime win on Saturday night....Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:30:30 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/hy-vee-kidfit-club-encourages-healthy-lifestyle.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/hy-vee-kidfit-club-encourages-healthy-lifestyle.htmlAs kids are spending more time at home with online learning, Hy-Vee grocery stores are encouraging parents and their kids to get moving and eat healthy with a monthly challenge.   The Kid…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:23:41 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/the-pleasant-valley-boys-soccer-team-wins-first-ever-state-title-1-0.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/the-pleasant-valley-boys-soccer-team-wins-first-ever-state-title-1-0.htmlThe Pleasant Valley Spartans defeated Iowa City West to win the class 3a state championship. The Spartans did not allow a goal during the state tournament. This is the first state title in program …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:19:29 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/preview-iowa-vs-illinois-senior-all-star-volleyball-match.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/preview-iowa-vs-illinois-senior-all-star-volleyball-match.htmlAfter successful and memorable school athletic careers, area volleyball stars will have a last hurrah in their high school jerseys. Our Quad Cities Sports previews the 9th annual Iowa vs. Illinois …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:59:32 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/davenport-museum-leader-is-a-rising-star.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/davenport-museum-leader-is-a-rising-star.htmlThere will be two extra reasons for the German American Heritage Center & Museum in Davenport to celebrate this fall. Its assistant director and curator, Clare Tobin, will be honored by the Iow…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:23:25 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/william-friedkin-oscar-winning-director-of-the-exorcist-and-the-french.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/william-friedkin-oscar-winning-director-of-the-exorcist-and-the-french.htmlLOS ANGELES (AP) — William Friedkin, the generation-defining director who brought a visceral realism to 1970s hits “The French Connection” and “The Exorcist” and was quickly anointed one of H…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:17:26 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/davenport-central-swim-team-goes-undefeated.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/davenport-central-swim-team-goes-undefeated.htmlThe Davenport Central swim team went 13-0 on the season and won the MAC title in 2023....Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:03:25 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/jordan-love-s-strong-1st-season-as-packers-qb-ends-with-disappointing-.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/jordan-love-s-strong-1st-season-as-packers-qb-ends-with-disappointing-.htmlSANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — For all that went well in Jordan Love’s first season as the starting quarterback for the Green Bay Packers, the end proved disappointing. The Packers are headed hom…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:00:14 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/conference-title-games-are-old-hat-for-chiefs-and-49ers-and-new-stage-.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/conference-title-games-are-old-hat-for-chiefs-and-49ers-and-new-stage-.htmlInside the Numbers dives into NFL statistics, streaks and trends each week. For more Inside the Numbers, head here. ___ For the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers, getting to the conference…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:56:31 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/after-tears-arkansas-nick-smith-jr-hopes-for-joy-vegas.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/after-tears-arkansas-nick-smith-jr-hopes-for-joy-vegas.htmlLAS VEGAS (AP) — Arkansas had just returned to its locker room after knocking out defending national champion and West Region No. 1 seed Kansas 72-71 on Saturday when Nick Smith Jr. could no longer…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:43:17 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/new-judge-appointed-to-illinois-circuit-court.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/new-judge-appointed-to-illinois-circuit-court.htmlJustice Robert L. Carter and the Supreme Court of Illinois have announced the appointment of Gary A. Dobbs as a Resident Circuit Court Judge of Grundy County in the 13th Judicial Circuit. Dobbs is …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:12:35 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/unflappable-us-goalkeeper-alyssa-naeher-lets-her-actions-speak-for-her.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/unflappable-us-goalkeeper-alyssa-naeher-lets-her-actions-speak-for-her.htmlAlyssa Naeher always lets her actions do her talking. And boy, the softspoken U.S. goalkeeper’s actions can sure be loud. The 10-year national team veteran and two-time Women’s World Cu…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:08:48 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/kenin-of-us-tops-muguruza-at-australian-open-for-1st-major.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/kenin-of-us-tops-muguruza-at-australian-open-for-1st-major.htmlMELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — This, essentially, was where Sofia Kenin was going to win or lose the Australian Open final: She was down love-40 while serving at 2-all in the third set against two-tim…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:47:50 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/stock-market-today-asian-shares-are-mixed-as-china-unveils-5-economic-.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/stock-market-today-asian-shares-are-mixed-as-china-unveils-5-economic-.htmlBEIJING (AP) — Shares were mixed Tuesday in Asia after China’s premier said the country’s target for economic growth this year is around 5%, in line with expectations. Hong Kong’s benchmark fell wh…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:39:54 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/3-new-davenport-police-officers-sworn-in.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/3-new-davenport-police-officers-sworn-in.htmlThree new police officers were sworn in Wednesday at the Davenport City Council, according to a news release. (Clockwise from upper left) Officer Jamie Bennett, Officer Ethan Bock and Officer Brand…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:32:05 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/a-deep-dive-into-the-history-of-kirk-ferentz-s-favorite-one-liner-that.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/a-deep-dive-into-the-history-of-kirk-ferentz-s-favorite-one-liner-that.htmlAfter this past week’s 54-10 bludgeoning, Hawkeyes head coach Kirk Ferentz stood tall at the podium, and navigated what was arguably the toughest press conference of the season. But one respo…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:12:08 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/georgia-republicans-say-fani-willis-inquiry-isn-t-a-witch-hunt-but-dem.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/georgia-republicans-say-fani-willis-inquiry-isn-t-a-witch-hunt-but-dem.htmlATLANTA (AP) — The Republican leading a specially-appointed Georgia state Senate committee that’s supposed to investigate whether Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis committed miscond…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:02:41 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/moline-arena-gets-big-new-name.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/moline-arena-gets-big-new-name.htmlFive months after it announced its fourth new name, and four months before it marks its 30th anniversary, the Vibrant Arena at The MARK is officially official. Vibrant Arena at The MARK is at 1201 …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:42:21 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/st-ambrose-artists-partner-on-meaningful-multimedia-song-cycle.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/st-ambrose-artists-partner-on-meaningful-multimedia-song-cycle.htmlOne of the greatest song cycles ever written, while almost 200 years old, has never felt more relevant than today. Franz Schubert’s “Winterreise” (meaning “winter journey&#8…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:21:23 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/harvard-creates-task-forces-on-antisemitism-and-islamophobia.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/harvard-creates-task-forces-on-antisemitism-and-islamophobia.htmlBOSTON (AP) — Harvard University, struggling to manage its campus response to the Israel-Hamas war, announced task forces on Friday to combat antisemitism and Islamophobia. “Reports of antisemitic …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:47:53 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/something-for-everyone-at-quad-cities-comic-con.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/something-for-everyone-at-quad-cities-comic-con.htmlWhere can you find superheroes, princesses, Jedi, monsters, aliens and more, all living in harmony while sharing what they love? You need to look no further than the Quad Cities Comic Con! Hundreds…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:44:17 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/rock-falls-rockets-lose-in-peoria-57-48.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/rock-falls-rockets-lose-in-peoria-57-48.htmlThe Rock Falls Rockets lost to Peoria Manual 57-48 at the Peoria Sectional on March 5....Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:41:45 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/iowa-lost-over-half-a-million-acres-of-farmland-from-2017-to-2022.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/iowa-lost-over-half-a-million-acres-of-farmland-from-2017-to-2022.htmlDES MOINES, Iowa — Between 2017 and 2022, Iowa lost over half a million acres in farmland, according to the latest agriculture census from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:17:15 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/judge-denies-peter-navarro-s-bid-to-remain-out-of-prison-while-appeali.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/judge-denies-peter-navarro-s-bid-to-remain-out-of-prison-while-appeali.htmlA federal judge on Thursday denied Trump White House official Peter Navarro’s bid to remain out of prison while he appeals his contempt of Congress conviction for refusing to cooperate with a…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:56:18 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/you-can-recycle-your-holiday-stuff.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/you-can-recycle-your-holiday-stuff.htmlAfter the holidays, you’ll likely have lots of stuff that could head for trash, but the Waste Commission of Scott County wants you to give the gift of recycling.Scott County residents may rec…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:48:45 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/modern-woodmen-employees-show-love-for-the-environment.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/modern-woodmen-employees-show-love-for-the-environment.htmlModern Woodmen employees showed love for the environment on Valentine’s Day by wrapping trees. It was part of an effort to help Living Lands and Waters’ Million Trees Project. Employees…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:44:35 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/no-strike-ups-teamsters-announce-tentative-deal.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/no-strike-ups-teamsters-announce-tentative-deal.htmlUPDATE: The UPS and Teamsters announced a tentative deal days before contract was set to expire. Across the nation, UPS union workers may go on strike next week if a new deal is not agreed upon by …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:41:47 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/with-pac-12-unsettled-cfp-managers-meet-to-make-difficult-decision-on-.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/with-pac-12-unsettled-cfp-managers-meet-to-make-difficult-decision-on-.htmlCollege Football Playoff managers will meet this week, but with the future of the Pac-12 still unsettled, it will be difficult to make a final decision on whether the number of places reserved for …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:39:45 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/packers-ceo-acknowledges-meeting-rodgers-to-discuss-concerns.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/packers-ceo-acknowledges-meeting-rodgers-to-discuss-concerns.htmlGreen Bay Packers CEO Mark Murphy says he is ”very much aware” of quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ concerns with the organization and acknowledges team officials have flown out to meet …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:12:42 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/a-rolex-seller-meets-up-with-a-facebook-marketplace-thief-it-goes-all-.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/a-rolex-seller-meets-up-with-a-facebook-marketplace-thief-it-goes-all-.htmlMassapequa Park, N.Y. (AP) — An $8,000 Facebook Marketplace deal has gone bad on Long Island, with a man who was selling a Rolex watch jumping onto the hood of the thief’s car in a quixotic a…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:08:49 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/aaron-zigman-s-emigre-oratorio-about-jews-who-fled-nazi-germany-for-sh.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/aaron-zigman-s-emigre-oratorio-about-jews-who-fled-nazi-germany-for-sh.htmlNEW YORK (AP) — Aaron Zigman goes back to the 1940s in composing “Émigré,” an oratorio portraying Jews who fled Nazi Germany for Shanghai. His 90-minute, two-act work, given its U.S. premiere by th…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:58:26 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/butterfly-blessings-returns-to-unitypoint.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/butterfly-blessings-returns-to-unitypoint.htmlThe grief from losing a baby before or shortly after birth can be overwhelming. UnityPoint Health – Trinity is helping these parents and family members honor their babies’ memories and move t…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:52:59 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/president-trump-rally-in-dubuque-draws-several-thousand-supporters.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/president-trump-rally-in-dubuque-draws-several-thousand-supporters.htmlWith people going to the polls in a short time, President Trump is making Iowa a priority. He spoke Sunday afternoon at Dubuque Regional Airport. We were told there were at least 6,000 supporters t…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:36:19 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/davenport-bar-could-have-outdoor-liquor-license-taken-away.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/davenport-bar-could-have-outdoor-liquor-license-taken-away.htmlA big issue debated at the Davenport City Council’s Committee of the Whole agenda involved the outdoor liquor license at Yoshi’s Bar and Filipino Canteen. The council is considering tak…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:29:18 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/u-s-marshals-arrest-sterling-man-in-colorado-as-murder-suspect.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/u-s-marshals-arrest-sterling-man-in-colorado-as-murder-suspect.htmlA 35-year-old murder suspect was in custody Monday after U. S. Marshals arrested a Sterling man on a warrant for first-degree murder with a $2 million bond. Michael W. T. Bennett was wanted in conn…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:54:36 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/home-depot-s-12-foot-skeleton-is-back-so-halloween-lovers-should-snag-.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/home-depot-s-12-foot-skeleton-is-back-so-halloween-lovers-should-snag-.htmlIf you want to get the hottest decorations, act now before all the good ones sell out. Particularly, Home Depot’s iconic 12-foot skeleton....Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:25:03 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/caitlin-clark-hawkeyes-pull-away-from-purdue-late.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/caitlin-clark-hawkeyes-pull-away-from-purdue-late.htmlCaitlin Clark had 12 of her 22 points in the fourth quarter to lead seventh-ranked Iowa past Purdue 69-58 after a sluggish start in the quarterfinals of the Big Ten Tournament on Friday. Clark, the…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:01:07 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/police-suspect-led-bettendorf-chase-hit-retaining-wall-ran-early-tuesd.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/police-suspect-led-bettendorf-chase-hit-retaining-wall-ran-early-tuesd.htmlA 37-year-old Port Byron man is in custody after Bettendorf Police say he led a high-speed chase early Tuesday, hit a retaining wall, then ran from officers. Jeffrey Ponce Jr. faces a felony charge…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:52:43 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/stoll-suspended-kemerer-moving-up.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/stoll-suspended-kemerer-moving-up.htmlIowa Hawkeyes wrestling coach Tom Brands delivered some news during a stop at the Grid Club in Davenport this afternoon....Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:47:24 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/ohio-state-hires-chip-kelly-as-offensive-coordinator-after-he-steps-do.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/ohio-state-hires-chip-kelly-as-offensive-coordinator-after-he-steps-do.htmlUCLA coach Chip Kelly stepped down after six seasons leading the Bruins on Friday to become offensive coordinator for soon-to-be Big Ten rival Ohio State. The move leaves UCLA scrambling to fill a …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:42:59 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/quad-city-united-basketball-wins-big-playoff-game.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/quad-city-united-basketball-wins-big-playoff-game.htmlQuad City United basketball opens up the playoffs with a big win over the Chicago Hornets 143-118. Quad City United now advances to Sundays championship game for a chance to hit the road to the Fin…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:34:40 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/kidz-bop-will-play-final-night-of-2024-iowa-state-fair.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/kidz-bop-will-play-final-night-of-2024-iowa-state-fair.htmlThe final night of the 2024 Iowa State Fair will be one the whole family can enjoy. On Friday the State Fair announced that the KIDZ BOP LIVE 2024 tour will play the grandstand on Sunday, August 18…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:02:09 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/karaoke-praise-festival-set-for-davenport.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/karaoke-praise-festival-set-for-davenport.htmlIt’s a day of praise and community fellowship in Davenport, and you’re invited to join the fun! Luekinna Hodges from Kinna’s House of Love dropped by Local 4 to tell us what&#8217…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:54:51 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/oh-my-gourdness-celebrate-national-pumpkin-day-october-26.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/oh-my-gourdness-celebrate-national-pumpkin-day-october-26.htmlOctober 26 is National Pumpkin Day, and whether they be carved, part of a dessert or just as a decoration, pumpkin everything seems to take over this time of the year. Here are some tidbits to help…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:47:14 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/don-denkinger-umpire-whose-stellar-career-was-overshadowed-by-blown-ca.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/don-denkinger-umpire-whose-stellar-career-was-overshadowed-by-blown-ca.htmlNEW YORK (AP) — Don Denkinger, a major league umpire for three decades whose blown call in the 1985 World Series overshadowed a career of excellence, died Friday. He was 86. Denkinger died at Cedar…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:42:56 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/jackson-mahomes-felony-charges-dismissed-misdemeanor-could-go-to-trial.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/jackson-mahomes-felony-charges-dismissed-misdemeanor-could-go-to-trial.htmlA judge approved a motion to dismiss felony charges against Jackson Mahomes, but he still has a misdemeanor charge, which could go to trial....Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:38:14 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/bettendorf-football-excited-to-bounce-back-in-2023.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/bettendorf-football-excited-to-bounce-back-in-2023.htmlThe Bettendorf Bulldogs had a tough 2022 season but they are using that as motivation to get 2023 off to a great start....Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:28:32 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/jack-white-marries-musician-olivia-jean-at-detroit-show.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/jack-white-marries-musician-olivia-jean-at-detroit-show.htmlDETROIT (AP) — Jack White surprised fans by marrying musician Olivia Jean on stage during his Detroit homecoming show Friday. The Detroit-born singer, songwriter and producer invited Jean onstage t…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:00:45 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/free-concert-features-italian-folk-music.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/free-concert-features-italian-folk-music.htmlThe Music at Butterworth Center series will present Alla Boara at 3 p.m. Monday, Feb. 27, at Butterworth Center, 1105 8th St., Moline. Alla Boara, a six-person ensemble, will perform their Italian …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:58:51 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/islamic-center-of-quad-cities-to-host-thanksgiving-drive-thru-event.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/islamic-center-of-quad-cities-to-host-thanksgiving-drive-thru-event.htmlThe Islamic Center of the Quad Cities (ICQC), in partnership with the Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) Relief, will be hosting a Thanksgiving turkey drive. The event is planned to distribute …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:06:50 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/gypsy-rose-blanchard-is-free-and-reflecting-on-prison-term-for-conspir.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/gypsy-rose-blanchard-is-free-and-reflecting-on-prison-term-for-conspir.htmlGypsy Rose Blanchard said she has found a way to forgive her mother — and herself. But it has been a long journey from years of abuse and the darkest parts of her life splashed across tabloids to l…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:03:22 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/local-student-earns-top-act-score.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/local-student-earns-top-act-score.htmlBettendorf High School junior Maxwell Rantilla recently earned a perfect score of 36 on the ACT.  The ACT is a standardized test used for college admissions and the scores are accept…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:49:33 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/credit-union-to-members-beware-of-scam.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/credit-union-to-members-beware-of-scam.htmlThe R. I. A, Federal Credit Union has posted a Facebook warning about a scam. “We have received reports from local financial institutions of scammers posing as them in attempts to scam member…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:34:31 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/galena-center-for-the-arts.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/galena-center-for-the-arts.htmlThe Galena Center for the Arts gives the young and old a chance to practice their craft....Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:31:44 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/deputies-arrest-man-wanted-on-nationwide-warrant.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/deputies-arrest-man-wanted-on-nationwide-warrant.htmlA 48-year-old Montana man wanted on a nationwide warrant has been arrested in Lee County, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office received information th…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:21:21 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/geneseo-softball-rolls-to-a-12-2-win-at-rock-island-regional.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/geneseo-softball-rolls-to-a-12-2-win-at-rock-island-regional.htmlGeneseo Softball had a huge win over Rock Island 12-2 in their Regional game on May 24....Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:19:00 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/padres-manager-bob-melvin-to-have-prostate-surgery.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/padres-manager-bob-melvin-to-have-prostate-surgery.htmlSAN DIEGO (AP) — San Diego Padres manager Bob Melvin says he’ll have prostate surgery Wednesday and hopes he misses only part of a forthcoming road trip. Melvin said he doesn’t think he…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:16:46 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/irvin-entry-into-illinois-governor-s-race-could-change-dynamic-in-gop-.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/irvin-entry-into-illinois-governor-s-race-could-change-dynamic-in-gop-.htmlThat quest for answers about last year’s attack on the u-s capitol brings more subpoenas … so far, subpoenas that are being defied. There are no changes in operations at the Iowa Capito…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:16:01 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/man-arrested-for-kidnapping-assaulting-9-year-old-may-be-connected-to-.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/man-arrested-for-kidnapping-assaulting-9-year-old-may-be-connected-to-.htmlDELPHI, Ind. — An Indiana man arrested for kidnapping, beating and sexually assaulting a 9-year-old girl is now being investigated for a possible tie to the 2017 Delphi murders of Abby Wi…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 06:54:18 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/hawkeyes-punter-named-to-preseason-watch-list.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/hawkeyes-punter-named-to-preseason-watch-list.htmlThe Hawkeyes continue to get plenty of preseason love as sophomore punter Tory Taylor was named to Ray Guy watch list on Wednesday. As you would expect, the award is given to the college football&#…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 06:45:09 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/robinson-wins-north-carolina-gop-governor-nomination.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/robinson-wins-north-carolina-gop-governor-nomination.htmlNorth Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson (R) will be the GOP nominee for the state’s gubernatorial race, Decision Desk HQ projects.  Republicans will seek to take back control of the governorship…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 06:28:06 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/united-way-s-free-tax-prep-program-opens-feb-1.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/united-way-s-free-tax-prep-program-opens-feb-1.htmlTax season is quickly approaching, and the United Way Quad Cities is ready to help Quad City residents file for free. United Way Quad Cities is scheduling appointments for its free tax preparation …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 06:17:11 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/stage-musical-the-queen-of-versailles-starring-kristin-chenoweth-to-ma.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/stage-musical-the-queen-of-versailles-starring-kristin-chenoweth-to-ma.htmlNEW YORK (AP) — Visitors to Boston this summer will get a treat: A stage show that reunites singer-actor Kristin Chenoweth with her “Wicked” songwriter Stephen Schwartz. Chenoweth will star as soci…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:31:01 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/texas-second-grader-uses-allowance-to-make-goodie-bags-for-the-homeles.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/texas-second-grader-uses-allowance-to-make-goodie-bags-for-the-homeles.htmlA young Texas girl used her hard-earned money to help those in need in her community....Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:42:12 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/iowa-board-of-regents-considers-raising-college-tuition.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/iowa-board-of-regents-considers-raising-college-tuition.htmlAMES, Iowa — If you want to attend one of Iowa’s public universities, prepare to pay up. The Iowa Board of Regents is gearing up to raise tuition by 3.5 percent in the 2023-2024 academic year…...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:38:33 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/meet-lightnin-the-103-year-old-woman-who-s-been-selling-daytona-500-ti.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/meet-lightnin-the-103-year-old-woman-who-s-been-selling-daytona-500-ti.htmlThe Daytona 500 got its start in 1959, and 103-year-old Juanita “Lightnin'” Epton has been there since Day 1....Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:34:24 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/man-stole-thousands-in-equipment-from-bettendorf-davenport-sites-polic.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/man-stole-thousands-in-equipment-from-bettendorf-davenport-sites-polic.htmlA 30-year-old Moline man faces multiple charges in connection with the theft of thousands of dollars in equipment from Bettendorf and Davenport construction sites, according to court records. …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:29:55 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/bollers-celebrate-century-of-rolle-bolle-in-qca.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/bollers-celebrate-century-of-rolle-bolle-in-qca.htmlBollers from across the region and the world are celebrating 100 years of the Western League Rolle Bolle and rolle bolle in the Quad Cities. The World Rolle Bolle Tournament is July 17 in Annawan. …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:21:52 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/orion-high-school-charges-through-mercer-county-high-school-62-50.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/orion-high-school-charges-through-mercer-county-high-school-62-50.htmlOrion High School squared off against Mercer County High School at the Orion Tip-Off Classic. The Chargers charged through the Golden Eagles 62-50....Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:00:20 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/free-food-delivery-available-to-vulnerable-muscatine-residents.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/free-food-delivery-available-to-vulnerable-muscatine-residents.htmlStarting March 19th, Muscatine residents who are 60 years of age or older, who have a respiratory condition, or have other underlying health conditions can receive free food delivery. You can sign …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 03:49:41 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/qc-local-25-union-staff-to-teach-at-national-program.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/qc-local-25-union-staff-to-teach-at-national-program.htmlFrom Saturday, Aug. to Aug. 18, nearly 2,500 United Association members from throughout the U.S. and Canada will converge in Ann Arbor, Mich., for the annual Instructor Training Program (ITP). The …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 03:47:44 -0400https://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/celebrating-shatner-s-blastoff-from-captain-kirk-s-iowa-birthplace.htmlhttps://afg.mlga.ek.gov.ng/celebrating-shatner-s-blastoff-from-captain-kirk-s-iowa-birthplace.htmlRIVERSIDE, Iowa — The news of actor William Shatner’s trip to space did not go without notice in Riverside, Iowa. This is the official birthplace of James T. Kirk, whom Shatner brought …...Fri, 31 Jul 2026 03:46:10 -0400